Chapter 31
Chapter 31
Matching Thor's pace was hard, especially when Thor started racing. And that was the case. Seconds after informing Tony of the problem, the God of Thunder had sprinted off like a hunted animal and Tony found it difficult to stay next to him, trailing off behind him somewhen and panting.
Tony: "Thor! Gimme a second, okay?"
Thor didn't stop, only calling back over his shoulder.
Thor: "We don't have the time! I have to be with him!"
Tony sighed, trying to race up to his companion but Thor was really a too fast runner. At some point, it seemed Thor was getting annoyed as well. In the matter of a second, he was next to him, gripping him tightly and lifting him off the ground.
Tony: "Wait, what are you doing? I can walk!"
Thor: "You're too slow."
The inventor rolled his eyes. Great! Training lessons with an Asgardian!
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When they entered the Stark tower and Thor let Tony down, he felt a little dizzy. Thor's speed was just - not easy to get used to. As soon as his friend was off his arms, Thor changed speed once more and stormed up the hundreds of stairs it would take him to get to his room, leaving Tony behind.
Tony: "THOR, THERE'S ALSO AN - elevator."
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When both of them reached Thor's room, they heard what was going on already in front of the door. Loki was moaning loudly and Bruce was speaking to him, but they couldn't understand what exactly. Thor was inside immediately, racing over to the bed where Loki was lying, curled up on his side. Bruce was sitting next to him, an unsure look on his face. The Asgardian came to stand next to the bed, panting slightly.
Thor: "Loki!"
The doctor looked up from the small figure.
Bruce: "Thor, Tony - please wait outside. I'll call you in when I'm sure what this is about."
Thor didn't really seem like he'd listened to Banner's words, instead he knelt down, taking Loki's hand into his own. Tony was the first to react, approaching Thor and putting a hand onto his shoulder comfortingly.
Tony: "hey, big guy - let's go out, hm?"
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Once outside, Thor remained directly in front of the closed door, staring at the wall in a more or less frustrated manner. Tony stood next to him, not all too sure what to say best.
Tony: " - Don't worry too much, Thor. Bruce's quite an - experienced doctor. I'm sure he'll fix him up, okay?"
Thor: "Why did he want me to leave then?"
Tony: "I guess he'll get you in as soon as he can be sure that Loki's alright. That's not uncommon on Earth, you know. He just wants to be able to completely focus on helping him. And as long as we're out, we can't distract him from his work."
The thunderer didn't reply, watching the door anxiously. After a few minutes of silence between them, Tony broke it, holding up the shopping bags and pulling out two bottles of Vodka.
Tony: "Looks like you need something to drink, right?"
Thor accepted the drink gratefully and emptied it in only a few gulps. Tony grinned, imitating him.
Thor: "Thank you."
Tony: "Oh, no bother. I know how life-saving something like this can be sometimes. When push comes to shove - you just need a few drugs now and then."
Thor nodded, still watching the door.
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They had to wait for half an hour until, finally, the door opened and Bruce walked out. He looked tired, but all in all not all too worried. Thor's gaze immediately flew towards him, a silent question in his eyes. The doctor came to stop in front of them.
Bruce: "It's not at all as bad as we thought it to be. Loki is fine, Thor."
Thor: "Wh-what happened? - The baby-?"
Bruce: "Everything's okay. The baby's alright as well. It didn't even change shape, Loki was just having some bad pregnancy symptoms. Nothing to worry about. - You can go in now. He's tired but I think he'll want to have you around."
Bruce rubbed his eyes tiredly, heading off to the lower floors.
Bruce: "Sorry everyone, but dealing with a pregnant frost giant's really tiring!"
Thor stared after him, confusion and relief in his eyes. After a moment, he looked to Tony.
Thor: " - You've got another of these drinks?"